Arborist

Louisiana State University

6d • $20 - $35

About The Position

The Arborist is responsible for the appearance and health of more than 5,000 large trees across approximately 470 acres. The position requires substantial knowledge, skill, and experience in tree care and preservation, including identifying diseased or declining major and ornamental trees and directing their treatment. The Arborist must understand the safe operation of applicable arborist equipment and ensure crew climbing activities and power-equipment operation are conducted carefully to prevent injury or loss of life.

The role directs, works with, and assists crews performing tree care and preservation, including Live Oak protection, equipment maintenance and training, pest and disease management, and nursery oversight. The position is emergency essential and may require reporting to campus during emergencies or closures.

Requirements

• Possess a current Louisiana Arborist license issued by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry and have two years of experience in the upkeep of trees and shrubs; alternatively, have six semester hours in horticulture, forestry, turf management, landscape management, or tree surgery.
• Valid driver's license; the position requires an MVR.
• Valid Louisiana Class D license.
• Louisiana Arborist license.
• Meet applicable drug-screen requirements for a safety- and security-sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Direct, work with, and assist a crew of tree specialists, arborists, and laborers with daily tree trimming and pruning, fertilization, aeration, mulching, removal, and replacement; schedule activities and coordinate with area landscape superintendents.
• Direct, work with, and assist a crew on Live Oak protection and preservation, including planning, documentation, material acquisition, and interdepartmental communication.
• Supervise the use and preventive maintenance of arborist equipment and provide related training.
• Identify diseases and pests and supervise herbicide and pesticide application in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Oversee a tree-stock nursery area for replacement and propagation.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Ensure crew climbing activities and power-equipment operation are conducted safely.

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and dependents.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement options.
• Various leave options.
• Paid holidays.
• Wellness benefits.
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed